The Montana NSF EPSCoR Program recognizes the need for a coherent and effective management plan and team in order to successfully implement and assess the programs it supports. Montana NSF EPSCoR prides itself on a long track record of experienced, efficient and effective management. In 2003, we became the first EPSCoR state to alternate the lead between institutions (MSU and UM) as a way to foster programmatic integration across the state. The overall Program Director resides at the lead institution, while the Co-Director is located within the other university. In the 2007-2010 RII award period, the lead for EPSCoR management returns to MSU. Montana has found that by sharing and alternating institutional leadership both universities remain committed to their state partnership.

MT NSF EPSCoR Governance Chart for RII 2007-2010